Certainly! Here’s a simple recipe for steamed rice topped with chicken:
Ingredients:
For Steamed Rice:
- 2 cups jasmine rice (or any type of rice you prefer)
- 4 cups water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (optional)
For Chicken Topping:
- 500 grams boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
For Garnish (optional):
- Chopped green onions
- Sesame seeds
Instructions:
- Prepare the Rice:
- Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- In a rice cooker or a pot, combine the rinsed rice, water, and salt. Cook the rice according to the appliance or pot instructions.
- Marinate the Chicken:
- In a bowl, mix the chicken pieces with soy sauce, oyster sauce, cornstarch, sesame oil, salt, and pepper. Allow it to marinate for about 15-20 minutes.
- Cook the Chicken:
- Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium-high heat.
- Add minced garlic and ginger to the hot oil and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the marinated chicken to the pan and cook until the chicken is fully cooked and has a golden brown color.
- Steam the Chicken:
- If you have a steamer, transfer the cooked chicken to a heatproof dish and steam for an additional 10-15 minutes. If you don’t have a steamer, you can cover the pan with a lid and let it cook on low heat for the same duration.
- Assemble:
- Once the rice is cooked, fluff it with a fork and transfer it to a serving plate.
- Arrange the steamed chicken on top of the rice.
- Garnish (optional):
- Sprinkle chopped green onions and sesame seeds over the chicken for added flavor and presentation.
- Serve:
- Serve the steamed rice topped with chicken hot. You can pair it with your favorite sauce or condiment.
Enjoy your delicious steamed rice topped with flavorful chicken!
